In the fourth quarter of 2024, consumer goods and services on Bonaire were 1.8 percent more expensive than one year previously. Inflation stood at 2.5 percent in Q3. This is reported by Statistics Netherlands (CBS) based on the consumer price index for the Caribbean Netherlands. On St Eustatius, prices were …

The introduction of the Protection Code for Domestic Violence and Child Abuse (HGKM) as of the 1st of January 2025, is an important step for the Caribbean Netherlands in addressing domestic violence and child abuse. This new regulation supports professionals and citizens in the Caribbean Netherlands, by focusing on prevention, …

Last week, Warner Bros, the renowned production company behind Discovery Channel’s iconic programming, was filming segments for the highly anticipated Shark Week, set to air this July. While the popular series has captivated audiences for over 35 years and highlighted many Caribbean destinations, this marks the first time it will …

The Public Entity Saba informs the community that the temporary reduction in water prices for 2024, enabled by an additional subsidy from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, will conclude on January 31st, 2025. This subsidy was part of the Ministry’s 2024 purchasing power package for the Caribbean Netherlands, …

Dear Editor, I would like to see a plaque placed on the outside walls of The Saba University School of Medicine in memory of the Saban Junior Minister of State Max Nicholson for the population to become aware that he was the Founder of the Saba School of Medicine. He …

In accordance with the Electricity and Drinking Water BES Law, the Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has set Saba Electric Company N.V. (SEC) ‘s new variable distribution tariff for January through June 2025. The variable distribution tariff has been set at 0.3797 USD/kWh and went into effect as of …

The title of our recent article on the removal of free-roaming goats has caused some confusion. As explained in the article,  it is actually only the bounty program that ends on Jan 31st. This means that local hunters will no longer be compensated for culling free-roaming goats after Jan 31st. …

As of January 1st 2025 the Dutch Caribbean Police Force (KPCN) is introducing a revamped complaints procedure that will strengthen the trust between citizens and the police. With this procedure, the Force aims for a transparent and professional handling of complaints, carefully safeguarding the interests of both citizens and police …

On Monday, January 13, the Sea & Learn Foundation launched its first Critter Quest presentation at Amonhana, drawing a crowd of more than 70 attendees, including both locals and visitors. The event featured four entomologists, each delivering insightful 10-15 minute presentations on the importance of documenting Saba’s biodiversity. Project coordinator …